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Avalon

Spring Lane, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9QD · View on map

Residential CareLearning disabilitiesPhysical disabilitiesSensory impairment
Regulated by CQC · England Full report ↗
Good Overall rating
InadequateRequires improv.GoodOutstanding
Safe GoodWell-led GoodCaring GoodResponsive GoodEffective Good

Inspected 30 April 2019

Beds
4
CQC rating
Good
Registered
2012

Avalon

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Overview

Avalon is a residential care home located in Colchester, Essex, CO7 9QD. The home serves residents with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment.

The home provides Residential Care services. It is equipped to accommodate individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment.

Key facts

Beds4

The inspection record

Care Quality CommissionEngland's independent regulator of health and social care

Overall

Good

Inspected 30 April 2019

SafeGood
Well-ledGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
EffectiveGood
INSPECTED 30 APRIL 2019 · CQC LOCATION ID 1-449582855 View full CQC report

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Record timeline

25 Jul 2012

Registered with CQC

Avalon entered the official register.

30 April 2019

Rated Good overall

Inspected 30 April 2019 by the Care Quality Commission.

12 October 2026

Record last synced

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Older reports from the CQC's previous inspection approach

Inspected 5 October 2016, rated Good

Inspected 7 August 2015, rated Requires improvement

Registration details

Registration statusActive
Registered25 July 2012
Registered managerMr Michael Penford
Council areaHarwich and North Essex
Integrated care boardNHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board
Client groupYounger Adults

Location

Spring Lane, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9QDOpen in Google Maps

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Frequently asked questions

What types of care is Avalon registered for?

Avalon is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide Residential Care. Listed specialisms include Learning disabilities, Physical disabilities and Sensory impairment.

How many Rooms does Avalon have?

There are 4 Single Rooms.

What is Avalon's CQC rating?

Avalon is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (inspected 30 April 2019). The full CQC inspection report is available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-449582855.

How many beds does Avalon have?

Avalon is registered for 4 beds.

Who is the registered manager at Avalon?

The registered manager is Mr Michael Penford.

When was Avalon last inspected?

The Care Quality Commission last inspected Avalon on 30 April 2019.

Where is Avalon located?

Avalon is located in Colchester, United Kingdom.

When did Avalon register with CQC?

Avalon first registered on 25 July 2012.

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